Beyond Cancer: The Hidden Impact of Financial Strain and Basic Needs Insecurity on Adolescent and Young Adult Survivors - Takeaways - MDSpire

Beyond Cancer: The Hidden Impact of Financial Strain and Basic Needs Insecurity on Adolescent and Young Adult Survivors

  • By

  • Trishnee Bhurosy

  • Pindar Yawulda Mbaya

  • Brian L. Sprague

  • Alison Jones

  • Jessica Heath

  • Florence Onyeje Abraham

  • Maija Reblin

  • Tammy Chung

  • February 18, 2026

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    Cancer incidence among adolescents and young adults (AYAs) in the US is rising, with new cases increasing from 1.2 million to 1.3 million from 2019 to 2022.

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    AYA cancer survivors face unique challenges, including financial toxicity, food insecurity, and inadequate support from healthcare providers.

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    Financial toxicity for AYA cancer survivors is exacerbated by high treatment costs, job loss, and insufficient discussions about financial burdens with providers.

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    Food insecurity is prevalent among AYA cancer survivors, with many unable to afford balanced meals, attributed to disruptions in education and employment.

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    The study utilized Reddit to explore the lived experiences of AYA cancer survivors regarding financial toxicity and food insecurity.

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Beyond Cancer: The Hidden Impact of Financial Strain and Basic Needs Insecurity on Adolescent and Young Adult Survivors

  • by Trishnee Bhurosy, Pindar Yawulda Mbaya, Brian L. Sprague, Alison Jones, Jessica Heath, Florence Onyeje Abraham, Maija Reblin, Tammy Chung

  • February 18, 2026

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